As they play the part of a happy couple for investors and family, the "fake" chemistry between them begins to feel dangerously real, forcing them to confront the shared past that drove them apart. Core Tropes & Vibe
A mutually beneficial charade that quickly blurs the lines between performance and reality. Otherwise Engaged by Avery Keelan
by Avery Keelan is a steamy, contemporary standalone romance that blends the high-stakes world of New York business with a tangled history of high school rivalry. Originally released in late 2021, the novel follows two former friends-turned-enemies who must navigate a fake engagement to save their reputations and careers. Plot Overview As they play the part of a happy
Thayer invents a fake boyfriend to escape pressure from her family during her twin sister's wedding—especially since her sister is marrying Thayer's ex-boyfriend. Originally released in late 2021, the novel follows
Reviewers on Goodreads and The StoryGraph often describe the book as having vibes due to its elite setting and professional drama. Key tropes include:
Bennett, a business rival to Thayer's sister's fiancé, discovers her lie. Facing his own business crisis and needing to repair his reputation, he leverages the secret to force Thayer into a fake engagement.
Exploring what happens when two people who once cared for each other are forced back together. Otherwise Engaged Paperback – December 2, 2021